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L288 WJC

1994 Subaru Impreza

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,414 mi
Last recorded108,414 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2023
Typical for 1994 Subaru Impreza110,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL288 WJC
MakeSubaru
ModelImpreza
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2023 108,414 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 108,414 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 108,250 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 108,000 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 107,779 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 107,297 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 106,442 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 105,330 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 104,497 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 103,100 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 101,987 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 101,525 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Oct 2012 101,165 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 101,165 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 100,435 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 100,435 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 99,856 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 988,890 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 98,185 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 97,380 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 96,552 miles

How Reliable is the Subaru Impreza?

Based on 915,729 MOT tests across 72,693 vehicles.

75.7%
Pass Rate
4,996
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
72,693
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,062
Registration plate lamp not working 19,494
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 17,247
position lamp(s) not working 16,099
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 15,281
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L288 WJC is a 1994 Subaru Impreza in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Subaru Impreza models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 110,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Subaru Impreza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,062 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L288 WJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Subaru Impreza typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this Subaru Impreza is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L288 WJC registered?

L288 WJC is a 1994 Subaru Impreza, first registered on 3 February 1994.

Is L288 WJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L288 WJC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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